Closing date: Monday 16 February 2026, 5pm

The Director of Community and Education is responsible for devising and implementing RPO Resound, the orchestral community and education programme of the RPO, both nationally and internationally.

In addition to the three full time Community and Education team members, the role engages and directs the work of freelance Members of the Orchestra, workshop leaders, conductors, artists, and practitioners.

The role is responsible for the operational and strategic planning of the year-round RPO Resound programme, acting as the overall producer and manager and leading on fundraising and securing sufficient income to support the full programme of activities. It oversees the team members in the delivery of a high-quality programme of creative activities that respond to the specific needs of the communities it serves, and imaginatively connects participatory community and education work to the Orchestra’s concerts and residencies.

RPO Resound engages over 9,000 people a year with the Orchestra and its musicians through a diverse array of workshops, concerts, events and specialist projects. The programme encompasses a wide range of participants including stroke survivors, children and adults with learning difficulties, schoolchildren and prisoners.

This is a permanent position with a salary range of £55,000 per annum.

Please submit your CV and a letter of application, addressed to Sarah Bardwell, Managing Director, via this link.

The closing date for applications is 5pm on Monday 16 February 2026.

First interviews will be held on Monday 23 or Tuesday 24 February 2026. Second interviews will be held for shortlisted candidates.

The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra is committed to equal opportunities.

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